![A modern outdoor conversation pit with a square shape and custom seating that's focused on the fire.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/landscaping-outdoor-conversation-pit-with-fire-060820-1049-01-800x628.jpg)
Hufft Projects designed a house in Springfield, Missouri, that includes an outdoor fire pit that’s ideal for nighttime entertaining.
Working together with 40 North Landscaping, the patio surrounding the pool has been designed with a sunken area with curved wood benches and built-in seating, that also have upholstered cushions for added comfort.
![An outdoor conversation pit with seating and a fire.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/landscaping-outdoor-conversation-pit-with-fire-060820-1049-02.jpg)
The curving wood bench and the seats of the conversation pit are all focused on the centrally located fire, while gravel underfoot helps to create that camp-fire ambience.
![A modern outdoor conversation pit has a square shape that's lined with custom seating surrounding a fireplace.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/landscaping-outdoor-conversation-pit-with-fire-060820-1049-03.jpg)